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Budgeting a Large Purchase

by Debbie Vasen

19 Dec 2007 03:58 PM

Want a new big screen television to ring in the New Year? I don't blame you; they are certainly all the rage. Plus, those after Christmas sales can be a way to save money on big ticket items.

Smart Long Range Shopping

by Debbie Vasen

13 Sep 2007 12:39 PM

In the fight for the consumer dollar many manufacturers and retailers are becoming more creative in their product offerings. These days, comparing the initial price is often not the best determination of whether you are saving money.

Saving For a Car to Drive Later

by Michelle Vandepas

01 Mar 2007 09:45 AM

My hubby's truck has over 150,000 miles on it and we have to start thinking about getting him a new one. He's been mentally shopping for new trucks in his head for a while now, but says he can drive the one he has two more years. I hope that is true.

Rebates and Tax Credit for Windows and Energy Star Appliances

by Michelle Vandepas

07 Jan 2007 10:54 AM

Sometimes spending money will actually help you save money in the long run. Highly efficient double pane glass windows are obviously more efficient than single glass windows and will save you money on your heating and cooling bill.

Five Additional Expenses to Consider When Buying a Home

by Miriam Caldwell

09 Dec 2006 11:00 PM

If you have never bought a house before, or you are considering moving up in house size and price, there are several factors that you will need to take into consideration.

The Importance of Saving for a Down Payment

by Miriam Caldwell

04 Nov 2006 11:17 PM

If you have ever dreamed of home ownership then you must have thought about the dreaded down payment. It is recommended by most people to save between ten and twenty percent of the home's cost for a down payment. This can be a large amount of money depending on the type of home that you buy.

Don't Let Irregular Expenses Derail your Budget

by TheFamilyCEO

29 Jun 2006 04:49 PM

Why is there so much month left at the end of your money? Chances are it's not the routine, predictable expenses that are the problem. It might not even be the large, impulse purchases. Often times it's the irregular expenses - those that don't occur every month - that cause your budget to fail.

Getting an Auto Loan With Bad Credit

by Gillian Markson

25 Jun 2006 09:34 PM

You need a new car, but you don't have the best of credit. However, even with bad credit it is still possible that you can get an auto loan. By knowing the options available to you, you can also save thousands of dollars.

Types of Government Loans

by Gillian Markson

22 Jun 2006 09:15 PM

TYPES OF GOVERNMENT LOANS Today more than any other time in history, homebuyers can enjoy their choice of many different governmental loans. These loans are designed to help people become homeowners and are backed by the federal government.

To Buy a New or Used Car

by Gillian Markson

17 Jun 2006 11:46 AM

When buying a car are you better off with a new car, or a used car? Buying a car is a major purchase, and some people follow the philosophy that buying a new car is best because it will come with a warranty and any repairs that it needs will be covered during the first few years that you own it.



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